This was an important presentation and discussion on the ongoing aridification of New Mexico caused by higher temperatures. David Gutzler and David DuBois presented how and why New Mexico is drying, what we can expect, and the certainty of the science. The science of global warming impacts on New Mexico’s climate will guide us in how we manage and protect our scarce and life-sustaining water supplies.
New Mexico is hurdling toward a new Compact crisis. In 2025, river water shortfalls exceed 50%, the Rio Grande is dry through Albuquerque, and the risk of a new Compact violation is flashing red.